Each week we compile a list of some of the most-read stories published at newtownbee.com. Here is a roundup of the week’s top stories, based on the number of page reads.

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“Emotionally Charged Meeting Leaves Thunder Team In Limbo, Parks & Rec Hopes Rival Leagues Can Get Together,” by Jim Taylor, published September 20. Two feuding girls’ softball leagues came before the Parks & Recreation Commission recently, with concerned parents hoping for the instatement of a new U10 Rec team and the commission hoping to bring the two leagues together. Read more at newtownbee.com/09202021/emotionally-charged-meeting-leaves-thunder-team-in-limbo-parks-rec-hopes.

“Cross Country Teams Race In First Meet Of Year,” published September 20. Newtown High School’s girls’ and boys’ cross country teams visited Brookfield to face the host Bobcats, Immaculate of Danbury, and Masuk of Monroe. Read more at newtownbee.com/09202021/cross-country-teams-race-in-first-meet-of-year.

“Food Truck Frenzy Draws Hundreds To Sandy Hook,” published September 18. Organizers estimate 800 people visited the Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire & Rescue (SHVFR) main station when the company hosted its 2021 Food Truck Frenzy & Craft Fair fundraiser. Read more at newtownbee.com/09182021/food-truck-frenzy-draws-hundreds-to-sandy-hook.

“Town Seeks Residents Input On Recycling Survey,” by Alissa Silber, published September 24. The Town of Newtown launched a recycling survey, on September 15. It was available to fill out through October 1. Read more at newtownbee.com/09242021/town-seeks-residents-input-on-recycling-survey.

“CT DOT Launches Campaign To Alert Residents Of New Pedestrian Laws,” published September 20. Connecticut is enacting important new laws to protect pedestrians. They will help improve communication between pedestrians and drivers, and make crossing the street safer for everyone. Read more at newtownbee.com/09202021/ct-dot-launches-campaign-to-alert-residents-of-new-pedestrian-laws.

Education Reporter Eliza Hallabeck can be reached at eliza@thebee.com.